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USER MANUAL 26041 HAMILTON BEACH

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Hamilton Beach.

Waffle Maker

READ BEFORE USE

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USA: 1-800-851-8900

Français 15

Canada:1-800-267-2826

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When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following:

1. Read all instructions.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
3. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug or cooking unit in water or other liquid.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Call our toll-free customer service number for information on examination, electrical repair, mechanical repair, or adjustment.
7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces, including the stove.
10. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
11. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
12. To disconnect, remove plug from wall outlet.
13. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
14. Do not use appliance unattended.
15. When using this appliance, provide 4 to 6 inches air space above, behind and on both sides for air circulation. Do not use on surfaces where heat may cause a problem.

16. Never remove the waffle with any kind of cutting device or other metallic kitchen utensil.

17. Always allow the appliance to cool down completely before putting it away and never wind the cord around the appliance while it is still hot.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

OTHER CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION

This appliance is intended for household use only.

WARNING! Shock Hazard: This product is provided with either a polarized (one wide blade) or grounded (3-prong) plug to reduce the risk of electric shock. The plug fits only one way into a polarized or grounded outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the plug by modifying the plug in any way or by using an adapter. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, have an electrician replace the outlet.

The length of the cord used on this appliance was selected to reduce the hazards of becoming tangled in or tripping over a longer cord. If a longer cord is necessary, an approved extension cord may be used. The electrical rating of the extension cord must be equal to or greater than the rating of the appliance. If the appliance is of the grounding type, the extension cord must also be a grounding-type, 3-wire cord. Care must be taken to arrange the extension cord so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or accidentally tripped over.

To avoid an electrical circuit overload, do not use another high-wattage appliance on the same circuit with this appliance.

Parts and Features 3-Way Mess-Free Features

1. Cover Lock
2. Cover
3. Waffle Grids
4. Pre-measured Scoop (makes a whole waffle or 8 Waffle Stix™) (1/2 to 2/3 cup [125 to 150 ml])

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Temperature Control (on certain models)

Use pre-measured scoop for the perfect amount of batter.

Deep grids allow batter to go up to 50% of the height of the grids only, leaving room for waffle to rise while baking.

Overflow channel allows excess batter to go into the extra-deep overflow channels, if more batter is used or fruits are added.

How to Use

BEFORE FIRST USE: Wipe the bottom and top cooking grids with a soapy, damp cloth. Rinse cloth; then wipe grids again.

1. Spray or brush the cooking grids with vegetable oil.
2. Plug cord into electrical outlet. The red ON light will glow.
3. Choose desired temperature (MIN to MAX).
4. Preheat with cover closed until green READY light glows.
5. Raise cover and pour one full pre-measured scoop of batter onto center of cooking grid. Lower cover.
6. Once you pour the batter on the grids, the green ready light will turn off. The green READY light will soon glow again.
7. Waffles are done when the green READY light turns back on.
8. Unplug unit when cooking is completed.

CAUTION: Burn Hazard. Always use an oven mitt to protect hand when opening a hot waffle maker. Escaping steam can burn.

Tips for Making Waffles and Waffle Stix™

• Thickness of waffle batters may vary. Adjust amount of batter as needed.
• Most waffle recipes can be poured directly onto the nonstick waffle grids. Use a cooking spray for dessert waffles or any recipe with a lot of sugar. If your waffles start to stick, the grids may need to be scrubbed with a nylon brush to remove any cooked-on food particles.
• Waffles can be made ahead of time and kept warm in a 200°F (93°C) oven. Or let them cool and pack in an airtight container; store in refrigerator or freezer. They can be reheated in a microwave oven, a toaster oven, or regular oven.
• For soft, tender waffles, cook for about 5 to 6 minutes.
• For crisp, breakable waffles, cook for about 6 12 to 7 minutes.
• Most waffles are done in about 6 minutes. Some of the recipes which are made from scratch may take a little longer. Check for doneness at about 6 minutes. If the cover of the waffle maker doesn't lift up easily, then let it cook a minute more before checking again. Another indicator that the waffle is done is when the steaming stops.

Tips for Making Waffles and Waffle Stix™ (cont.)

• To make Waffle Stix ^® , break waffles along lines. Care must be taken when breaking waffles into sticks as waffles are hot upon removal from waffle maker. Allow to cool approximately 10 seconds before breaking, but do not wait too long. Waffles tend to lose crispness with time and will become more difficult to break.
• Only reheat whole waffles in toaster. Do not reheat Waffle Stix™ individually. Reheat on lowest toaster setting.
• Do not break into sticks while waffle is in waffle maker. Remove the waffle prior to breaking. Do not use metal utensils as they will scratch the nonstick surface.

How to Clean

A WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard.

Disconnect power before cleaning. Do not immerse cord, plug, or unit in water or other liquid.

1. Unplug from outlet and let cool.
2. Wipe cooking grids and outside of unit with a damp, soapy cloth. Rinse cloth and wipe grids again.
3. NOTICE: Do not use steel wool, scouring pads, or abrasive cleansers on any part of the unit.

IF YOU LIVE IN A HIGH-ALTITUDE AREA:

The Extension service will have detailed information about cooking for your area. To locate the Cooperative Extension service in your county, please visit: http://www.csrees.usda.gov/Extension/

Visit www.hamiltonbeach.com for our complete line of products and Use and Care Guides – as well as delicious recipes, tips, and to register your product online!

Recipes

TIPS: Waffles can be frozen and then reheated. Make a large batch ahead of time and let cool on a cooling rack. Freeze in airtight storage bags; then heat in an oven or microwave.

Weekend Waffles

1 cup (250 ml) flour
3 eggs, separated
3 teaspoons (15 ml) baking powder
1 cup (250 ml) milk
4 tablespoons (60 ml) oil

1/4 teaspoon (1.3 ml) salt 1 tablespoon (15 ml) sugar

In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Set aside. Beat egg whites until stiff. Add milk and egg yolks to flour mixture. Stir until smooth. Add oil and vanilla to batter and mix well. Fold egg whites into the batter. Pour one pre-measured scoop of batter into the middle of the waffle maker. Cook 5 to 6 minutes or until golden brown.

Makes 4 to 6 waffles.

Recipes (cont.)

Buttermilk Waffles

1½ cups (375 ml) flour
1½ cups (375 ml) buttermilk
1½ teaspoons (7.5 ml) baking powder
6 tablespoons (90 ml) butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) baking soda
2 eggs, beaten lightly

1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) salt

In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; stir in buttermilk, butter, and eggs, stirring until thoroughly mixed (batter will be thick). Pour one pre-measured scoop of batter into the middle of the waffle maker. Close lid and cook 6 to 7 minutes or until golden brown. Makes 4 to 6 waffles.

Banana Sour Cream Waffles

1 cup (250 ml) flour
1 cup (250 ml) sour cream
1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) baking powder
1/4 cup (60 ml) milk
1/4 teaspoon (1.3 ml) baking soda
1/4 cup (60 ml) butter, melted
1 ripe banana, mashed

1/4 teaspoon (1.3 ml) salt 1 egg, separated

In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside. In a small bowl, beat the egg white with a whisk until light peaks form. Add egg yolk, sour cream, milk, butter, and banana to the flour mixture and mix well. Fold in the whipped egg white. Pour one pre-measured scoop of batter into the waffle maker. Cook 6 to 7 minutes or until golden brown. Makes 4 to 6 waffles.

Recipes (cont.)

Cinnamon-Raisin Waffles

1 cup (250 ml) flour

1 egg

2 tablespoons (30 ml) brown sugar, packed

1/2 cup (125 ml) milk

2 teaspoons (10 ml) baking powder

2 tablespoons (30 ml) oil

1/4 teaspoon (1.3 ml) salt

1/3 cup (80 ml) raisins

1½ teaspoons (7.5 ml) cinnamon

In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. In a large bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, and oil. Add the flour mixture to the milk mixture. Stir until the batter is just combined. Stir in the raisins. Pour one pre-measured scoop of batter onto the waffle maker. Cook 6 to 8 minutes or until golden brown.

Makes 4 to 6 waffles.

Crispy Ginger Ale Waffles

2 cups (500 ml) baking mix (for example, Bisquick)

2 tablespoons (30 ml) oil

1½ cups (375 ml) ginger ale

Whisk together baking mix, oil, and ginger ale. Let sit 5 minutes. Pour one pre-measured scoop into waffle maker. Bake 6 minutes. Makes 4 waffles.

Recipes (cont.)

Chocolate Dessert Waffles

1/4 cup (60 ml) vegetable shortening

1 teaspoon (5 ml) baking powder

1/2 cup (125 ml) sugar

Pinch of salt (1/16 teaspoon [0.3 ml])

1 egg

1/2 cup (125 ml) milk

1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) vanilla

2/3 cup (150 ml) flour

3 tablespoons (45 ml)

unsweetened baking cocoa

In a small mixing bowl, cream shortening and sugar until well blended. Add egg and vanilla; blend until smooth. Add remaining ingredients and mix until well blended. Batter will be thicker than normal waffle batter. Spray grids with nonstick cooking spray. Pour one pre-measured scoop of batter into the middle of the waffle maker. Close lid and cook 6 to 7 minutes. Remove and serve topped with vanilla ice cream. Makes 3 to 4 waffles.

LIMITED WARRANTY

This warranty applies to products purchased and used in the U.S. and Canada. This is the only express warranty for this product and is in lieu of any other warranty or condition.

This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase. During this period, your exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of this product or any component found to be defective, at our option; however, you are responsible for all costs associated with returning the product to us and our returning a product or component under this warranty to you. If the product or component is no longer available, we will replace with a similar one of equal or greater value.

This warranty does not cover glass, filters, wear from normal use, use not in conformity with the printed directions, or damage to the product resulting from accident, alteration, abuse, or misuse. This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser or gift recipient. Keep the original sales receipt, as proof of purchase is required to make a warranty claim. This warranty is void if the product is used for other than single-family household use or subjected to any voltage and waveform other than as specified on the rating label (e.g., 120V - 60 Hz).

We exclude all claims for special, incidental, and consequential damages caused by breach of express or implied warranty. All liability is limited to the amount of the purchase price. Every implied warranty, including any statutory warranty or condition of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, is disclaimed except to the extent prohibited by law, in which case such warranty or condition is limited to the duration of this written warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other legal rights that vary depending on where you live. Some states or provinces do not allow limitations on implied warranties or special, incidental, or consequential damages, so the foregoing limitations may not apply to you.

To make a warranty claim, do not return this appliance to the store. Please call 1.800.851.8900 in the U.S. or 1.800.267.2826 in Canada or visit hamiltonbeach.com in the U.S. or hamiltonbeach.ca in Canada. For faster service, locate the model, type, and series numbers on your appliance.

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